as in shooter
one who takes photographs
we'll need to choose a photographer for the wedding
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of photographer
From cheeky shots of celebrities like Jane Fonda and Arnold Schwarzenegger to extravagant, sensual portfolios of America’s Olympic squads, the magazine’s pantheon of photographers have helped to define the genre of sports portraiture.
—
Erika Harwood, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
This year’s United States Pavilion will feature sculptor Alma Allen, after sculptor Barbara Chase-Riboud and photographer William Eggleston both turned down offers to participate.
—News Desk, Artforum, 30 Apr. 2026
It is captured by either a human photographer or a human cinematographer.
—Peter White, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
Stock agencies built a relationship with clients, so agencies preferred reliable photographers.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for photographer
Erika Harwood, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
This year’s United States Pavilion will feature sculptor Alma Allen, after sculptor Barbara Chase-Riboud and photographer William Eggleston both turned down offers to participate.
—News Desk, Artforum, 30 Apr. 2026
It is captured by either a human photographer or a human cinematographer.
—Peter White, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
Stock agencies built a relationship with clients, so agencies preferred reliable photographers.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for photographer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photographer
Noun
-
It is captured by either a human photographer or a human cinematographer.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
-
Triple Oscar-winning cinematographer Vittorio Storaro is set to be honored with a special prize by Italy’s David di Donatello Awards in tandem with Rome’s Cinecittà Studios during the upcoming edition of the country’s top film prizes.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
There aren't any first-party Canon options that achieve the same blurred look at this focal length, but Fujifilm system owners should consider spending more on the XF 16mm F1.4, and Sony photogs can get the E 15mm F1.4 G; both draw cleaner backgrounds but cost more.—
Jim Fisher,
PC Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
-
With a signature bright plum lip and highlight in her hair, Williams, 61, kept her people close but didn't shy away from the camera, allowing the fashion week photogs to capture her for a solid 15 minutes before retreating to one of the presentation's regal showrooms.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
15 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Photographer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photographer. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
